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[IP00450(
EF
)05/90]
NOTE:
The
following
section
does
not
apply
to
Stripped
Chassis
vehicles.
See
your
Body
Builder’s
instructions
for
location
and
operation
of
controls
for
climate
control
systems,
lamps,
radio
and
windshield
wiper/washer.
File:ltipf.ex
Update:Thu May 9 15:21:29 1996
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
3
Introductory Information
4
Things to Know about Using this Guide
5
Finding Information in this Guide
6
Your Maintenance Schedule and Record Booklet
6
Notice to Owners of Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles
8
Notice to Owners of Light Truck Ambulance Conversions
8
Special Notices
8
Notice to Owners of Diesel-Powered Vehicles
9
Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
9
Complete Ford Built Vehicles
9
Incomplete Vehicles
10
Federal Highway Administration Regulation
10
Breaking Your Vehicle in
11
Washing and Polishing Your Vehicle
12
Cleaning the Outside of Your Vehicle
12
Cleaning Chrome and Aluminum Parts
13
Cleaning Plastic Parts
13
Important Safety Belt Information
14
Safety Restraints
14
Dual Locking Mode Retractors
16
Vehicle Sensitive (Emergency) Locking Mode
16
Automatic Locking Mode
16
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
17
To Fasten the Belt
18
Adjustable Lap Belts Without Retractors
19
Fastening Occupant Safety Lap Belts
20
To Unfasten the Belt
20
Unfastening the Outboard Lap/Shoulder Belts
21
How to Untwist or Unjam a Safety Belt Retractor
21
Procedure to Correct a Twisted Safety Shoulder Belt at the “D” Ring (if so Equipped) Front And/Or Rear Outboard Seating Positions
22
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
24
Safety Belt Maintenance
25
Cleaning the Safety Belts
25
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS)
26
Driver Air Bag (F-150—F-250 under 8500 Lbs. Only)
26
The Importance of Wearing Safety Belts
26
The Importance of Being Properly Seated
27
How the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Operates
28
The Location of the Air Bag and Warning Label
28
Tone Generator
29
Inflated Driver Side Air Bag
32
Disposal of Supplemental Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
33
Service and Information Labels
33
Label on Radiator Support in the Engine Compartment
35
Safety Restraints for Children
35
Safety Belts for Children
37
Safety Seats for Children
38
Installing Child Safety Seats
40
Routing the Lap/Shoulder Belt
42
Buckling the Belt
43
Setting the Retractor to Automatic Locking Mode
44
Checking that the Seat Is Secure
46
Checking the Retractor
47
Installing a Child Safety Seat at the Rear Center Seating Position with Locking Adjustable Lap Belt
48
Attaching Safety Seats with Tether Straps
49
General Instructions
49
Understanding the Positions of the Ignition
51
The Positions of the Key in the Ignition Lock Cylinder
51
Starting Your F-Series
51
If Your Vehicle’s Gearshift Lever Is Mounted on the Column
53
Key Release Lever
53
Removing the Key from the Ignition
53
Ignition Key Buzzer or Chime
53
If Your Vehicle’s Gearshift Lever Is Mounted on the Floor
54
Fuel-Injected Engines
55
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
56
Starting Your Vehicle
56
Testing the Warning Lights
57
Starting Your Engine
57
For a Cold Engine
57
For a Warm Engine
58
For Cold or Warm Engines
59
Engine Block Heater (if Equipped) (Standard in Canada)
60
If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start after a Collision
61
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
61
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch Location
62
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
63
Reset Button for Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
63
Warning Lights and Gauges
65
Mechanical Cluster
66
Mechanical Cluster with Tachometer
67
The Mechanical Cluster
68
Brake System Warning Light
68
Anti-Lock Brake System Warning Light
69
Safety Belt Warning Light and Chime
70
Check Engine Warning Light
70
Check Engine Warning Light Symbol
71
Charging System Light
73
Supplemental Air Bag Readiness Light and Tone Generator
73
Supplemental Air Bag Readiness Light
74
Battery Voltage Gauge (Voltmeter)
74
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
75
Fuel Gauge
76
High Beam Light
76
“Headlamps On” Alert Chime
76
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
77
Speedometer
78
Odometer/Trip Odometer
79
Tachometer (if Equipped)
80
Instrument Panel Controls
81
Instrument Panel, Controls and Mechanical Cluster with Tachometer
82
The Climate Control Systems
83
Instrument Panel Registers
83
Air Conditioner and Heater (if Equipped)
83
Temperature Selection
84
Fan Speed Adjustment
84
Airflow Selections
84
Vent
84
MIX
85
Max A/C
85
Floor
85
Norm A/C
85
Operating Tips
86
Standard Heater
86
Climate Control Knobs (Heater A/C System)
89
Climate Control Knobs (Heater Only)
89
Dual Fuel Tank Selector Switch
90
Not Available on F-Series Standard Wheelbase (117") (4 X 4)
90
Fuel Tank Selector Switch
90
The Interior and Exterior Lights
91
Turning on the Exterior Lights
91
Headlamp Switch
91
Cleaning the Exterior Lamps
92
Fog Lamps (if Equipped)
92
Daytime Running Light System (Canadian Vehicles Only)
93
Lighting up the Instrument Panel and the Interior of Your Vehicle
93
Combination Cargo and High-Mount Brakelamp
94
Cargo, Courtesy and Dome Lamps
94
Interior/Courtesy Lamp
94
Cargo/High-Mount Brakelamp
95
Turning on the Dome/Map Reading Lamps (if Equipped)
95
Cleaning the Instrument Panel Lens
96
Cleaning the Interior Lamps
96
The Turn Signal Lever
97
Steering Column Controls
97
Turn Signal Lever and Functions
98
High Beams
98
Headlamp High Beam Switch and Turn Signal Lever
99
Flashing the Lights
99
Windshield Wipers and Washer
99
Variable Interval Wipers
99
Interval Wiper on Turn Signal Lever
100
Windshield Washer
100
Hazard Flasher
101
Horn Location (with Speed Control Option)
102
Tilt Steering (if Equipped)
103
Turn Signal and Tilt Release Wheel Lever
103
The Speed Control Switches
104
Transmission Control Switch and Indicator Light
106
Accelerating with the Speed Control Operating
107
Resetting the Speed Control
107
Turning the Speed Control off
108
Driving Uphill or on a Steep Grade
109
Cancelling and Resuming a Set Speed
110
Tailgate Operation
111
Anti-Theft Front Door Lock Knobs
111
Features
111
Tailgate Removal
112
Releasing the Tailgate
112
To Release the Tailgate
112
Power Door Lock Controls
113
Remote Entry System (if Equipped)
114
Unlocking the Doors with the Remote Entry System
114
Locking the Doors with the Remote Entry System
115
Remote Entry Personal Alarm
115
Replacing the Batteries
116
Opening the Remote Transmitter
116
Replacing Lost Transmitters
117
Illuminated Entry System (if Equipped)
117
Cab Rear Sliding Window (if Equipped)
118
Operating the Windows Manually
118
Battery Saver (with Remote Entry—If Equipped)
118
Power Bezel Crew Cab Only
119
Master Control Switch
119
Using the Power Windows (if Equipped)
119
Adjusting the Front Seat Manually
120
Reclining Bucket Seats
122
40/20/40 Seat
123
The Center Seatback Console
124
Seat Back Release (Bench Seat)
125
Center Facing Jump Seat-Supercab Only
126
Using the Rear Bench Seat (Supercab Only)
127
To Return Seat to Normal Seating Position
127
Tilt Slide Seat
128
To Operate the Seat Adjuster
129
Using the Power Seats (if Equipped)
130
The Power Controls on the 40/20/40 Seat-Supercab Driver’s Seat Only
130
Leather and Vinyl
131
Using the Power Lumbar Support and Side Bolsters
131
Cleaning the Seats
131
Power Lumbar Switch-40/20/40 Seat
131
Fabric
132
Mirrors
132
Automatic Dimming Inside Rearview Mirror (if Equipped)
133
Demonstration—The Mirror’s Operation May
134
Illuminated Vanity Mirror (if Equipped)
135
Visor Vanity Mirror
135
Auxiliary Sun Visor
135
Outside Mirrors (Manual Control)
136
Standard Fold-Away Mirror
136
Low-Mount Swingaway Mirror and Swing-Out Recreational Mirror
136
Dual Electric Remote Control Mirrors (if Equipped)
137
Power Mirror Control
137
The Features on the Console
138
Seat Mounted Console
139
Power Point Electrical Outlet
140
Electronic Sound System
141
Compact Disc Radio
141
Using the Controls on Your New Radio/CD Player
142
How to Turn the Radio on and off
142
How to Adjust the Volume
142
Selecting the am or FM Frequency Band
142
How to Tune Radio Stations
143
Using the “Audio” Button to Adjust the Tone Balance and Speaker Output
146
Clock Operation
147
Using the Controls on Your New Compact Disc Player
148
How to Insert a Disc and Begin Play
149
How to Stop and Restart the CD Player
149
How to Fast Forward or Reverse Your CD Player
150
Using the “Seek” Feature
150
Using the “Scan” Function
151
Special Features of Your CD Player
151
How to Eject the Disc
152
How to Take Care of and Clean Your CD Player and Discs
152
Common Operating Conditions of Your CD Player
153
Electronic Stereo and Stereo Cassette Radios
155
Using the Controls on Your New Radio
155
Electronic Stereo Radio with Cassette
156
How to Tune Radio Stations (Stereo Radio)
157
How to Tune Radio Stations (Stereo Cassette Radio)
157
Adjusting the Tone Balance and Speaker Output of Your Radio
159
Speaker Features and Operation
160
How to Locate a Desired Track on the Tape
161
How to Insert a Tape
161
Using the Controls of Your Cassette Tape Player
161
How to Eject the Tape
162
Using the Dolby B Noise Reduction Feature
162
How to View the Clock Mode
162
How to Set the Clock
162
Tips on Caring for the Cassette Player and Tapes
163
Electronic am Radio
164
How to Turn the Radio on and Adjust the Volume
165
Using the “Tune” Function
165
Setting the Station Memory Preset Buttons
166
Common Radio Reception Conditions
167
All about Radio Frequencies
169
Automatic Transmission Operation (C-6)
171
Putting Your Vehicle in Gear
171
Driving Your F-Series
171
The Positions of the Column-Mounted Gearshift
172
When to Use 2 (Second)
173
When to Use D (Drive)
173
R (Reverse)
173
When to Use 1 (Low)
174
P (Park)
174
Forced Downshifts
175
Power Braking
175
Automatic Transmission Operation (E4OD and 4R70W)
175
Transmission Control Switch and Indicator Light (Located on the Gearshift Lever)
177
Driving with a Manual Transmission
182
Using the Clutch
182
Shifting the Gears
183
5-Speed Overdrive Manual Transmission Shift Pattern
183
Backing up
183
To Shift into R (Reverse)
183
Upshifting/Downshifting
184
Recommended Shift Speeds
185
4.9L and 5.0L EFI Engine with 5-Speed Manual Overdrive Transmission (under 8500 GCW)
185
4.9L, 5.8L & 7.5L Engine with 5-Speed H.D. Manual Overdrive Transmission (4X2 and 4X4) over 8500 GCW (ZF Transmission)
186
Transmission Function
187
Parking
187
Steering Your Vehicle
188
Four-Wheel Drive (4WD) System (if Equipped)
189
4X4 Systems-Lever Operated
189
Transfer Case Selections
190
4X4 System Indicator Lights
192
Lever Operated System with Automatic Locking Hubs
192
To Shift from 2H to 4H
192
To Shift from 4H to 2H
193
To Shift between 4H and 4L
193
To Shift into and out of N (Neutral)
194
Locking Hub Positions
195
Lever Operated System with Manual Locking Hubs
195
To Shift to N (Neutral) from Either 4H or 4L
196
4X4 Systems-Touch Drive
197
Touch Drive System Indicator Lights
197
To Shift from Two-Wheel Drive to 4 X 4
198
Touch Drive Electric Shift Switch
198
To Shift from 4 X 4 to Two-Wheel Drive
199
To Shift from 4 X 4 to 4X4 Low Range
200
To Shift from 4 X 4 Low Range to 4 X 4
200
Driving off Road with 4-Wheel Drive
200
Sand
201
Mud
201
Mud and Water
201
Additional Special Driving Instructions for 4-Wheel Drive Vehicle Operators
202
Driving on Hill or Slope Terrain
202
F-150/250/350
203
Front Disc Brakes
203
Driving on Snow or Ice
203
Rear Drum Brakes
204
Rear Disc Brakes (F-Super Duty and F-Series Stripped Chassis Only)
204
Hydraulic Power Brakes
204
Rear Anti-Lock Brakes
205
If Brakes Do Not Grip Well or Pedal Is “Low” (F-150/350 Only)
205
If Brakes Pull
206
Stopping Distances
206
Applying the Brakes
207
Using the Parking Brake
207
Driving under Special Conditions
209
Tips for Safe Driving
209
Wheel Spin
210
High Speed Driving
210
Slippery Roads
211
Driving in Bad Weather
211
Speed Limiter
211
Traction-Lok Rear Axle (if Equipped)
212
High Water
212
Rocking the Vehicle
213
Driving with a Heavy Load
214
Heavy Duty Front Suspension Package (Option)
214
Securing Loads in Cargo Area
214
Cargo Tie down Holes
215
Cargo Tie-Down Bars-Flareside Pickup Box
215
Vehicle/Trailer Loads
216
Trailer Towing (May Require Trailer Tow Option Package)
216
Vehicle Loading/Towing Information
217
Safety Compliance Certification Label
218
Understanding Loading/Towing Information
218
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW)
219
Payload
219
Base Curb Weight
219
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
220
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
220
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
221
Maximum Trailer Weight Rating
221
Maximum Trailer Weight
221
Trailer Weight Range
222
Calculating the Load
222
Sample Label
223
Front Axle Reserve Capacity in Pounds
224
Total Accessory Reserve Capacity in Pounds
225
Camper Bodies
225
Trailers
226
Manual Transmissions
229
Automatic Transmissions
236
Tubular Steel Rear Bumper
244
Preparing to Tow
244
Step Bumper (if Equipped)
244
Hitches
244
Safety Chains
245
Trailer Brakes
245
Trailer Lamps
245
Driving While You Tow
246
Servicing Your Vehicle if You Tow
247
Trailer Towing Tips
247
Snow Plowing with Your Air Bag Equipped Vehicle
249
Snowplowing and the Heavy Duty Front Suspension Package
251
Vehicle Operation on the Road
253
Vehicle Operation While Plowing
253
Jump-Starting Your Vehicle
254
Roadside Emergencies
254
Preparing Your Vehicle
255
Connecting the Jumper Cables
256
Attaching Jumper Cables
257
Jump-Starting
257
Removing Jumper Cables
258
Changing a Tire
259
The Conventional Spare Tire
259
Spare Tire Location
260
To Remove the Spare Tire
260
To Stow the Spare Tire
261
Position of Eyebolt
262
Underbody Spare Tire Carrier
262
Preparing to Change the Tire
263
Jack and Assembly Location
265
Removing and Replacing the Tire
266
Positioning the Jack
267
F-Series Jacking Points
268
Single Rear Wheel Nut
273
Dual Rear Wheel Nut
273
Lug Nut Tightening Sequence
274
Towing Your Vehicle
277
Towing Two-Wheel Drive Vehicles
278
Towing Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with a Lever-Operated Transfer Case
279
Towing Four-Wheel Drive Vehicles with Touch Drive Electric Shift Transfer Case
280
Roadside Assistance
282
Customer Assistance
282
The Dispute Settlement Board
285
Reporting Safety Defects
289
Accessories
293
Safety, Comfort, and Convenience
294
Servicing Your F-Series
300
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
301
Working with the Engine off and on
302
Opening the Hood
303
Hood Release Handle
303
Hood and Support
304
Engine Compartment
305
4.9L Engine Compartment Service Points
306
5.0L/5.8L Engine Compartment Service Points
307
7.5 EFI Engine Compartment Service Points
308
Cleaning the Engine
309
Fuel Filler Door
309
Filling the Fuel Tank
309
Opening the Fuel Filler Door
310
Removing the Fuel Cap
310
Choosing the Right Fuel
312
Octane Recommendations
312
Fuel Quality
313
Gasolines for Clean Air
314
Safety Information Relating to Automotive Fuels
314
Filling the Fuel Tank
316
Running out of Fuel
317
Fuel Economy
317
Comparisons with EPA Fuel Economy Estimates
318
Improving Fuel Economy
318
Engine Oil Recommendations
319
The API Certification Mark
319
For Vehicles with 5.8L Engines
319
For Vehicles with 4.9L, 5.0L or 7.5L Engines
320
Checking and Adding Engine Oil
320
Checking the Engine Oil Level
320
Engine Oil Dipstick
321
Changing the Engine Oil and the Oil Filter
322
Oil Change Intervals
322
Checking the Engine Coolant
323
Adding Engine Coolant
324
Freezing Protection
325
Checking Hoses
327
Engine Coolant Drain and Flush
328
Engine Coolant Refill Procedure
328
Adding Washer Fluid
329
Adding Windshield Washer Fluid
330
Wiper Blade Replacement
331
Tires
331
Checking the Pressure of the Tires
332
Tire Inspection and Maintenance
332
Wheel Inspection and Maintenance
333
Tire Rotation
334
Tire Rotation Pattern
335
Wear Band
336
Replacing the Tires
336
Tire Identification Chart
338
Wheel and Tire Matching
339
Snow Tires and Chains
339
Cleaning the Wheels
340
Cleaning F-350 Aluminum Dual Rear Wheels
340
Battery
341
Help Us Protect Our Environment
342
Automatic Transmission Fluid
343
Checking the Automatic Transmission Fluid
344
Adding Automatic Transmission Fluid
345
Automatic Transmission Dipstick
346
Manual Transmission and Transfer Case Fluid
346
Checking the Fluid
346
Clutch Fluid Reservoir
347
Brake Fluid
348
Double Cardan Joint
348
Driveline Universal Joint and Slip Yoke
348
Brake Master Cylinder
350
Power Steering Fluid
350
Power Steering Dipstick
351
Power Steering Reservoir
351
Fuses, Fuse Links and Circuit Breakers
353
Fuses and Their Location
354
Power Distribution Box
358
Checking and Replacing Fuses
362
Fuse Panel Cover
362
The Side View of a Fuse
363
Circuit Breakers
363
Lights and Bulb Replacement
364
Headlamp Bulb
365
Parts of a Headlamp
365
Removing the Headlamp Bulb
366
Installing the Headlamp Bulb
366
High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
367
To Remove the Brakelamp
367
To Install the High-Mount Brakelamp
367
Replacing the High-Mount Brakelamp or Cargo Lamp Bulb
367
Bulb Specifications
368
Emission Control System
369
Do Not Tamper with the Noise Control System
372
Maintenance
373
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance Testing
374
OBD II Drive Cycle
374
Refill Capacities, Motorcraft Parts, and Lubricant Specifications
376
Cooling System Capacity
382
Motorcraft Parts
384
Body
391
Maintenance Tips
391
General
391
Vehicle Storage
391
Engine
392
Fuel System
392
Cooling System
392
Brakes
393
Miscellaneous
393
Quick Index
394
Warning Label Locations
394
Front Exterior View
395
Rear Exterior View
396
Entrance View
397
Driver's Door
398
Driver's Door-Crew Cab Only
399
Instrument Panel
400
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